Furutech AC Receptacles

jazzonthehudson
As mentioned above, fuses impart a big signature. Again, it is trial and error. IME I find Audio Horizon’s Platinum Reference better than the SR Black, which is already very, very good. Furutech has great fuses as "entry level" ones but they wouldn’t combine well with fast systems.
As you can see from my other comments, I tried full looms (Audience, HiDiamond, High Fidelity Cables, just to name the last iterations) but never settled long on one brand. Through ever-tweaking - not just power but room correction and isolation/resonance control I am pretty close to "there"."

Damage control! Damage control! That's the second aftermarket fuse that's been judged better than the SR Black fuse, the other being the Audio Magic Beeswax. Can this be happening?!

"I am pretty close to "there."
That begs the question, how do you know when you are actually "there"? 

nkonor - Yes, the Furutech GTX-D (R) AC outlets were professionally ($$$) installed yesterday. indeed, I have AC power to my system ... that's a start! I had no idea my simple question would result in 1879 (and counting) views and 73 posts. You warned me. Imagine what will happen if I decide the Furutech outlets aren't doing the job ... and I fire them! I must say I've had an interesting time reading everyone's posts and thank everyone for their comments. Now, I will attempt some critical listening. But now I wonder if the power cord will be a significant factor affecting AC transmission ... ??? 

wylmars,

Don't fret; Power cords will just result in another breath of fire from the Dragons. You entered their lairs; no turning back. Use your dedicated electric sword and your ears.

Best to you,
Norb

And the reason I ask about the power cords is that ARC (my amp/pre-amp) clearly states in the owner's manual that substituting cords is a no-no; invalidates warranty T&Cs. Why, I wonder? It begs the question regarding all cable connections to their equipment. I suppose power to the device with wire that is unsafe/harmful might be their reasoning. In any case, I would like to try a Nordost 20 amp PC. I've heard the ARC REF 75SE/5SE PCs are made by Cardas. Does anyone know the facts?

wylmars

And the reason I ask about the power cords is that ARC (my amp/pre-amp) clearly states in the owner’s manual that substituting cords is a no-no; invalidates warranty T&Cs ...

If by ARC you are referring to Audio Research Corp., the manuals state no such thing. In fact, ARC posts its warranty terms right on its website, so I’m not sure why you fabricated this claim.
http://www.audioresearch.com/en-us/company/warranty-statement